Backtrack
Backtrack
  • Introduction
  • Getting Started
  • Mapping
    • Creating a Map
      • Creating Routes
      • Adding Markers
      • Organizing with Folders
      • Adding Layers
      • Choosing a Base Map
    • Layers
      • Mountain View
      • Backcountry Ski
      • Slope Angle
      • Slope Aspect
      • Sun Exposure
      • Avalanche
        • Avalanche Accidents
        • Avalanche Observations
        • Avalanche Forecast
      • SNOTEL
      • Hillshade
      • Cell Phone Coverage
      • Public Lands
      • Marine Charts
      • Image Overlay
    • Tools
      • Printing Maps
      • Offline Maps
      • 3D Maps
    • Importing & Exporting
      • Importing Map Features
      • Exporting Map Features
    • Sharing Your Map
  • Account
    • Subscription & Billing
    • Sign In & Security
  • Help & FAQ
    • FAQ
    • Keyboard Shortcuts
    • Version 2 Update
    • Contact Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
  • Links
    • Feature Request
    • Changelog
    • Log in
    • Download App
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  • Making Your First Map
  • Step 1: Log in or sign up
  • Step 2: Create a map
  • Step 3: Add a feature
  • Step 4: Add a layer
  • Step 5: View your map on mobile

Getting Started

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Last updated 3 months ago

Making Your First Map

This page will guide you through the process of creating your first map on Backtrack and get you acquainted with the basics.

Step 1: Log in or sign up

  • Desktop: visit and log in or create an account.

  • Mobile: download from the

Step 2: Create a map

A map in Backtrack is a collection of features and layers. You'll usually create a new map for each new objective you have.

Let's create a sample map now.

Step 3: Add a feature

Features are the routes & markers that make up your map. Let's create a test route to see how it works.

Step 4: Add a layer

Backtrack has many powerful map layers and the ability to stack as many as you want. Try adding one now to see how it works.

Step 5: View your map on mobile

Download Backtrack from the and login to view the map you just created.

If you're already on mobile, remember that you can always edit your maps on desktop at and your changes will be synced across all your devices in real-time.

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